People in Maverick County spend months in jail waiting to be charged with minor crimes. Some are simply lost in the system.
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Efficiency or civic engagement? At Houston city council meetings, you have to pick one
Houston’s expedited legislative process, while aiding in efficiency, negatively impacts civic engagement and council members’ ability to deliberate.
Posted inPublic Safety
Jury selected for bribery trial of Brian Busby, former HISD chief operating officer
The jurors include a tax advisor and Shell commercial manager. Several have family members or friends with law enforcement experience.
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De vuelta a casa: Erik Payán regresa con su familia tras pasar un mes detenido por ICE
El Houston Landing documentó los esfuerzos de Alejandrina Morales por traer de vuelta a casa a su esposo, quien fue detenido por ICE en febrero.
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Houston City Council meets when many people cannot attend. Should the city change that?
Then-candidate John Whitmire had criticized City Council meeting times on the campaign trail in 2023, but as mayor has yet to make any changes.
Posted inPublic Safety
Federal trial begins for former HISD COO and ex-NFL player in alleged bribery scheme
The weeks-long trial is expected to feature testimony from former HISD employees who have admitted their guilt in the alleged conspiracy.
Posted inEducation
Answer Key: Community college can get pricey. Here’s how to get help with textbooks, food, other needs.
Houston Community College, Lone Star College and San Jacinto College all offer programs that help students afford costs beyond tuition and fees.
Posted inPolitics & Government
Race for Congressional District 18 seat starts fast, but Election Day likely months away
Eight people already have filed to run for the seat left vacant when Congressman and former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner died earlier this month.
Posted inImmigration
Coming home: Erik Payán returns to his family after a month in detention
On Feb. 24 Erik Payán, a tire shop owner and beloved grandfather who has been in the United States for over 20 years, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. After almost a month in ICE detention he was reunited with his family on Friday.
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‘My son is no gangmember’: ICE alleges Houston immigrant with legal status detained in gang enforcement activity
Kevin Zaldaña Ramírez, a 20-year-old Salvadoran immigrant whose lawyer says he was illegally detained, was released from immigrant detention on bond.